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Denier Tournois - Francis I 1st type ND
| Billon (.066 silver) | 1 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Francis I (François Ier) (1515-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1530-1532 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.066 silver) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Cross within a quatrefoil.
Lettering: + TVRONVS: CIVIS: FRANCOR
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denier Tournois - Francis I (1st type) ND (1530-1532) coin from France is that it was minted during a time of significant monetary reform in France. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Francis I in 1530, which aimed to stabilize the country's economy and simplify its monetary system. The Denier Tournois was one of the new coin denominations introduced during this reform, and it remained in circulation until the 17th century.
